lighter fluid

American  

noun

1. a combustible fluid used in cigarette, cigar, and pipe lighters.

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Etymology

Origin of lighter fluid

First recorded in 1950–55

Example Sentences

“Throw a little lighter fluid on the fire if you wish,” he said.

From Washington Times • Mar. 20, 2023

I mean it's impossible so they might as well pile up that $15 million and pour lighter fluid on it and set it in fire.

From Salon • Nov. 6, 2022

I don’t like dealing with lighter fluid, and buying lighters only to toss them out later is a waste.

From Fox News • Mar. 24, 2022

“Before the pandemic there was a huge need for mental health services and people were struggling to access services, but the pandemic has poured lighter fluid on our mental health challenges,” Wiener said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 10, 2022

He could smell lighter fluid and a charcoal fire from one of the houses near downtown.

From "The Serpent King" by Jeff Zentner